Do Requirements Apply?

Carly Ruggieri

Senior Sustainability Consultant

Steven Winter Associates, Inc.

LEEDuser Basic Member

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December 6, 2013

I'm trying to determine if certain materials will apply for the purposes of the EQc4.6 credit for low-emitting ceiling and wall systems. My project will be installing custom-shaped glass-fiber reinforced gypsum. I couldn't find any information on any equivalent materials that are Greenguard certified, and I'm not certain that it even applies to this credit. Also, are wall fabrics included? Thanks for any feedback!

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Tristan Roberts

Representative

Vermont House of Representatives

LEEDuser Expert

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Fri, 12/06/2013 - 18:59

Carly, the credit language specifies that "All gypsum board, insulation, acoustical ceiling systems, and wall coverings installed in the building interior" are subject to the credit scope.That's a definite yes on wall fabrics. For your custom-shaped gypsum product, hard to day without knowing more about its function, but it seems likely.

Carly Ruggieri

Senior Sustainability Consultant

Steven Winter Associates, Inc.

LEEDuser Basic Member

72 thumbs up

Fri, 12/06/2013 - 19:19

Thanks Tristan. After looking more into the plans, the shaped GFRG will make up a curved cornace, fascia and and vaulted ceiling, Since they specifically call out acoustical ceiling systems in the credit requirements, I think this product might be off the hook. It will be a while before a construction review takes place for this particular job but I'll plan to follow up on this post if we do end up pursuing the credit.